Make a Splash! Grand Lakes Swim Team Opens 2025 Registration for New and Returning Swimmers
Calling all Grand Lakes swimmers! It’s time to grab your goggles and get ready for another exciting summer swim season with the Grand Lakes Gators Swim Team (GLST). As one of the area’s most dynamic and competitive summer leagues, GLST provides young swimmers the chance to compete, grow, and have a blast in the pool. Whether your child is a seasoned swimmer or new to the sport, GLST offers an encouraging environment to build confidence, improve skills, and make lasting friendships.
Key Registration Dates
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Returning Swimmers: Registration opens March 8 at noon and closes March 13 at 8 PM. Eligible families should check their email for a registration link.
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New Swimmers: Registration opens March 13 at 8 PM. Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up quickly!
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Register online at: glswim.swimtopia.com
Why Join the Grand Lakes Swim Team?
GLST is more than just a swim team—it’s a community of athletes, families, and volunteers who come together each summer to train, compete, and support one another. The team is part of the West Houston Aquatic League (WHALe), a growing swim league that now includes 31 teams and over 4,500 swimmers.
Benefits of Joining GLST
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Skill Development: Swimmers improve technique, speed, and endurance.
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Boosted Confidence: Athletes set and achieve personal goals, building self-esteem and resilience.
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Team Camaraderie: The team fosters a fun, competitive, and supportive environment where swimmers make lifelong friends.
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Health & Fitness: Swimming is a full-body workout that promotes lifelong wellness.
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Community Engagement: Parents and families can get involved in volunteering and supporting team events.
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Who Can Join? Eligibility Requirements
GLST welcomes Grand Lakes residents between the ages of 4 to 18 as of May 1, 2025. Swimmers must:
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Be a novice swimmer as defined by WHALe.
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Not have competed on any college or university swim team.
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6 & under swimmers: Must be able to swim freestyle across the pool.
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7 & up swimmers: Must be able to swim both freestyle and backstroke unassisted.
Where Do Practices & Meets Take Place?
All GLST practices and home meets are held at the Grand Brooks Pool, located at W Grand Brks, Katy, TX 77450. For the latest practice schedule, visit glswim.swimtopia.com/practice-schedule (schedule subject to change).
Make This Summer One to Remember – Sign Up Today!
There’s no better way for young swimmers to stay active, build skills, and have fun than by joining the Grand Lakes Swim Team. With registration now open, families are encouraged to sign up early before spots fill up. Secure your spot today at glswim.swimtopia.com to join the GLST family and get ready for an unforgettable summer in the pool!
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
